Sharkey's Cuts for Kids

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids is the #1 children's hair salon franchise, proudly serving families across the United States with 200+ locations and 48 new salons opening in 2026. With over 24 years of brand strength, Sharkey’s is ranked in the top 5% of all franchises worldwide and continues to expand as a fun, high-demand, and recession-resistant business model. Whether you are a first-time owner or a seasoned investor, Sharkey’s is a smart, feel-good business designed for scale and built to last. The absentee ownership model is built for flexibility. We do not follow trends—we cut through them.

Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids - Where Every Haircut Turns into a Lifelong Memory – and Every Franchise Becomes a Community Favorite.

WHY SHARKEY’S IS A CUT ABOVE ✂️

✅ Essential, Recurring Service – Kids need haircuts every 6–8 weeks, no matter what. This is a non-discretionary, high-frequency business with a predictable revenue stream.

✅ Semi-Absentee Ownership – Built for flexibility. Manage the business remotely, build the team, enjoy freedom.

✅ Low Overhead / High Margins – Minimal staff (2–4 stylists per shift), limited inventory, no spoilage, no perishable goods, no expensive equipment.

✅ Simple Buildouts – Smaller footprint (850 - 1400 sq/ft), straightforward requirements, quick setup timeline.

✅ Our Staff – Stylists love the upbeat atmosphere, family-friendly hours, and positive culture. Our brand attracts top talent. Retention rate approximately 91%!

✅ Loyalty – 80% of our customers (kids 0-14) are repeat visitors. Loyalty Rewards keep families coming back.

✅ Sharkey’s Branded Hair Care Products – Our exclusive line of kid-friendly, sulfate- and paraben-free shampoos, detanglers, and styling products enhance the customer experience and drives recurring revenue.

✅ Fun-Filled Experience – Car-shaped chairs, Netflix & Disney+, Xbox gaming stations on 40” screens, Tween Lounge, balloons, lollipops, and a high-energy environment make Sharkey’s unforgettable.

✅ High Resale Value – Our passive model, recurring revenue, and trusted brand make Sharkey’s locations extremely attractive to future franchise owners.

✅ Built for Longevity – Many franchises are trendy and fade fast. Sharkey’s delivers lasting value. Our model remains strong in years 5–10 and beyond—long after you’ve made back your ROI.

✅ National Brand with Local Impact – Our salons quickly become the go-to destination for families in the community—trusted, loved, and referred constantly. Parents love us!

WHO WE’RE BUILT FOR 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

• Corporate executives looking for a simple, scalable investment
• Parents seeking a purpose-driven business with family connection
• Franchisees wanting to diversify into a low-drama, community-loved model
• Entrepreneurs who want to build equity, freedom, and legacy
• Retirees looking to pass down a business to their kids or grandchildren

2026 MOMENTUM 🚀

✔️ Approximately 48 new salons opening this year

✔️ Territories available in top markets across the U.S.

✔️ Direct support from Sharkey’s corporate & founder-led onboarding

✔️ Franchisee Validation is off the charts – our owners love this business

INVESTMENT SNAPSHOT 💼

💰 Low investment range compared to other franchise models

📦 Simple buildout & fast timeline

👥 2–4 stylists per shift

🏪 Compact space = lower rents

🧠 No previous experience in hair, salons, or kids needed—we will train you!

MORE THAN A BUSINESS. IT’S A BRAND KIDS REMEMBER FOREVER.

Parents trust us. Stylists love us. Owners succeed with us.

"Passive ownership is what Sharkey's is all about,” says CEO Scott Sharkey. “We have been able to combine a passive ownership franchise with a model that is 100% recession proof for today and years to come. Sharkey's Cuts for Kids is not one of those trendy franchises where maybe you make back your ROI within 3-5 years before your concept gets replaced by something bigger, better, or trendier. Our franchise offers people the opportunity to invest in a brand that has longevity, is fun to run, is recession proof and has very little competition. Kids always need haircuts and you cannot get that on Amazon.

Our goal is to give people a passive ownership opportunity at a very nominal cost. Its longevity is an investment, giving owners the option to pass their business down to future generations.”

Linda & Scott Sharkey

- Co-Founders, CEO